Planning a safari is a dream for many, but turning that dream into reality requires careful consideration and preparation. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or embarking on your first adventure into Africa, these ten tips will help ensure your safari experience is everything you’ve imagined and more. 1. Time of Year There are options for … Read more
Getting off the beaten track in Africa, with excellent wildlife but away from the crowds, is a rewarding experience and easier than you might expect. In famous safari destination countries there are always going to be areas which have a reputation, rightly, for offering amazing wildlife encounters. However, there are also national parks which offer … Read more
A year round destination, Botswana is an astonishing safari country. With diverse habitats and huge tracts of land under conservation, a safari in Botswana is a rewarding experience. Whether you are keen to see predators or birds, glide down a channel of the Okavango Delta in a mokoro (traditional dugout canoe) or take a game … Read more
At Ganders Travel, we love meeting our clients face-to-face and sharing our passion for tailor-made holidays across East and Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean. We are out and about at a variety of events this summer so please do drop by the stand for a chat. Whether you’re planning your next big adventure, simply … Read more
Often overlooked, there are some key ingredients to ensuring a safari – no matter if it is your first or your 50th safari – delivers everything you would like it to. When planning a safari there is a huge amount to consider; time of year, what wildlife might be seen, location, style of safari, budget, … Read more
‘How much should my budget be for a safari in Africa’? Holidays in Africa take careful planning and this is one of the questions we get asked the most. Like most things, and particularly when it comes to an African safari, there is no simple answer as so many factors come into play; time of … Read more
A safari in Africa offers exceptional wildlife viewing, amazing scenery, expert guiding and sublime accommodation, in fact there is an embarrassment of riches when it comes to where to enjoy your safari. An African safari is often one of the most memorable of holidays with just the mention of an animal seen or country visited … Read more
Being active is not what many people will immediately think of when you mention a safari. Often, a safari conjures up images of siting in open vehicles being driven around to see the wildlife. However, there are many opportunities to leave the vehicle behind and get active in Africa, be it riding, walking or cycling … Read more
2025 is here, bringing fresh opportunities for travel. Now is the perfect time to start planning a year filled with adventure, discovery, and extraordinary experiences. Whether you’re dreaming of remote escapes, exploring emerging destinations, or embarking on bucket-list adventures, 2025 offers endless opportunities to satisfy your wanderlust. Let’s dive into some of the most exciting … Read more
Cheetahs, the fastest land animals on Earth, are an awe-inspiring sight. Their slender, muscular bodies built for speed, and their lightning-quick sprinting abilities make them a must-see for wildlife enthusiasts. While cheetahs once roamed across much of Africa, their numbers are now dwindling, making sightings a bit more challenging, but still entirely possible in some … Read more